M.Sc. On Campus

Economic and Financial Research

Maastricht, Netherlands
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  • Tuition Fee
    21500 EUR / yr
    2694 EUR / yr
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  • Duration 24 months
  • Apply date
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  • Start Date
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  • Language English

About

The Economic and Financial Research programme from Maastricht University provides students with an interest in economics and finance with a more intense, and high-level training in economics and finance; and a thorough training in research methodology and analytics.   
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M.Sc. On Campus

Economic and Financial Research Maastricht University

Highlights
Tuition fee
21500 EUR / year
2694 EUR / year
Unknown
Tuition fee
21500 EUR / year
2694 EUR / year
Unknown
Duration
24 months
Duration
24 months
Apply date
Unknown
Apply date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Campus location
Maastricht, Netherlands
Campus location
Maastricht, Netherlands
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Economic and Financial Research programme from Maastricht University provides students with an interest in economics and finance with a more intense, and high-level training in economics and finance; and a thorough training in research methodology and analytics.   

Overview

The courses in this programme are coordinated and taught by the best research academics within the school. During your curriculum you have to opportunity to work with them throughout your coursework, but also during your research internship. Furthermore, our cooperation with top universities worldwide will allow you to follow guest lectures by international experts, putting you at the forefront of the latest academic research. 

Why this programme? 

The Research Master programme in Economic and Financial Research programme from Maastricht University is a high-level programme designed for bachelor graduates who wish to further challenge themselves. A limited number of students attend the Research Master in Economic and Financial Research which makes participating a unique experience. Because of the small group size, you have intense contact with your fellow students and tutors. 

Our best researchers and (inter-)national experts are involved in the coordination and education of the courses. Moreover, during your studies you have the opportunity to further tailor-make your study experience by following courses related to your personal specialty (within the university or elsewhere).

Career prospects

Graduates who decided to not pursue a PhD, often continue their professional career in large international organisations, research agencies, consulting, and governmental institutions. Our graduates have found positions such as:

  • Quantitative Analyst, Neuberger Berman
  • Consultant, Bain & Company
  • Modeling Analyst, ABN-AMRO
  • Quantitative Research Analyst, ING Investment Management
  • Consultant Financial Risk Management, Capgemini Consulting
  • Demand Chain Planner, DSM Engineering Plastics
  • PhD candidate, Maastricht University and other universities worldwide

Programme Structure

Course include:

  • Econometrics, Finance and Monetary Economics
  • Economic Theory and Behaviour
  • Labour and Education
  • Technology, Innovation and Industrial Dynamics

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Maastricht, Netherlands

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GRE admission requirements GRE®
4 (analytical)
GMAT admission requirements GMAT
550

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
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90
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • List of grades of your bachelor’s programme
Upload a transcript of grades from each university you have attended, plus a translation if the original is not in English.
  • Curriculum vitae 
List your education, relevant extracurricular activities, internships and (professional) experience.
  • Letter of motivation 
Provide good arguments for why you want to do this master’s programme at Maastricht University and why you expect that you can successfully complete the programme.
  • Two letters of recommendation
​Provide two relevant letters of recommendation, preferably from academic staff members.
  • Official GMAT or GRE score report
  • A recent passport picture
  • A copy of your valid passport or your EU/EEA identity card

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    21500 EUR / year
    ≈ 21500 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    2694 EUR / year
    ≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Maastricht

Netherlands
700 - 1170 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Economic and Financial Research.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
UM Brightlands Talent Scholarship
Merit-based

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Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Maastricht University NL-High Potential scholarship
Merit-based

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Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
Provided by university
Grant
15925 EUR
Deadline
01 Feb 2027
UM Global Studies Scholarship
Merit-based

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Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
40000 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2027
Mary Doctor Fine Arts Scholarship

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
20 Dec 2026
OAS ISS Scholarship
Merit-based

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The General Secretariat of the Organization of American States
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
The Smooth Movers Scholarships
Merit-based

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The Smooth Movers
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
19 Mar 2027
Gordon Hay Scholarship

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Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
NL Scholarship
Merit-based

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Association of Universities in the Netherlands
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1550 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)

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Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
L. Austin Weeks Undergraduate Grant
Merit-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
17 Sep 2027
Annual Students' Scholarship
Merit-based

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StudyCorgi
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
02 Feb 2027
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program

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Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
Merit-based

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Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Kreditkortsval's Scholarship Program for Economics Students

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Kreditkortsval
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Pearl Lemon Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pearl Lemon
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
WMI Scholars Program
Merit-based

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Wells Mountain Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Teen Changemakers Essay Contest
Merit-based

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International Bipolar Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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